Accessories

Dipping Plates Built for Everyday Use

The Garlic Grater Dipping Plate pairs a built-in grating surface with space for oil and balsamic, so a cook can grate fresh garlic straight into the dip before serving. The 2 Pack Dipping & Appetizer Plates gives two guests their own individual dish, a practical pick for a dinner party where everyone wants a personal pour instead of sharing one plate. The Dipping Dish "Yin & Yang" splits into two balanced halves, keeping oil and balsamic separate until a diner chooses to mix them together.

Everyday Plates for Regular Tasting

These three plates suit a household that reaches for oil and balsamic often, whether for a quick snack or a weeknight starter. Each one favors function over decoration, giving a cook a simple way to portion oil and balsamic without extra fuss. A household hosting frequent casual guests benefits most from keeping one of these plates near the kitchen table.

Shaped Dipping Plates for Gifting and Display

The Grape-Shaped Dipping Plate "Vineyard Select" takes on a wine-country look that suits a rustic table setting or a housewarming gift for someone who loves entertaining. The Olive-Shaped Dipping & Appetizer Plate "Taste of the Orchard" mirrors the olive itself, a fitting centerpiece for anyone building a Mediterranean-style spread for guests. The Heart-Shaped Dipping Plate "Sweetheart" brings a romantic shape well suited to anniversaries, engagements, or gourmet wedding and event favours.

When a Shaped Plate Beats a Plain One

A shaped plate works best when the plate itself becomes part of the table setting, not just a serving tool. A host planning a themed dinner, a wedding shower, or a holiday gathering gets more visual impact from a shaped design than from a plain round dish. Anyone unsure which shape fits an event can start with a plate that matches the occasion, such as the grape shape for a wine night or the heart shape for a romantic dinner.

Appetizer and Tapas Sets for Sharing

The 2 Dipping Plates with 60ml Oil & Balsamic "Savour & Share" set arrives with a 60ml bottle of oil and balsamic already included, so a first-time taster can start dipping right away without buying a full-size bottle separately. The Mini Appetizer Boards Set of 3 "Tasteful Tapas" spreads oil, balsamic, and other small bites across three boards, suited to a tapas-style gathering with several dishes on the table at once. Both sets work well for a host who wants a ready-to-use option rather than assembling plates and bottles separately.

Anyone building a spread for guests can browse recipe inspiration for oil and balsamic pairings to decide what else belongs on the table alongside these sets. A tapas-style board also gives a host room to add cheese, bread, or olives around the central oil and balsamic pour.

Pour Spouts for Precise, Drip-Free Pouring

The Tapi Spout and Fancy Spout both fit onto a bottle to control the pour of oil or balsamic, cutting down on drips at the table or countertop. A pour spout works well for anyone measuring oil into a pan, dressing a salad, or finishing a plate with a light drizzle instead of a splash. The Fancy Spout adds a decorative element beyond a plain functional pour, so it suits a table setting where the bottle stays visible during a meal. The Tapi Spout keeps its design simple and functional, a good match for a kitchen counter where consistency matters more than style.

Good Reasons to Add a Pour Spout

• Cooking with oil daily benefits from a spout that controls the amount poured into a pan.
• Serving oil or balsamic at the table stays cleaner with a drip-free spout attached.
• Gifting a bottle of oil or balsamic becomes more finished with a spout already fitted.

Choosing the Right Accessory for the Kitchen or Table

Deciding between a dipping plate, an appetizer set, or a pour spout comes down to how oil and balsamic get used most often in a given kitchen. A dipping plate suits sharing and tasting, where oil and balsamic sit together for dipping bread or vegetables. A pour spout suits cooking and drizzling, where control over the amount poured matters more than presentation. A host planning a themed gathering may prefer a shaped plate like the Grape-Shaped "Vineyard Select" or Olive-Shaped "Taste of the Orchard," while a cook who reaches for oil daily may get more use from a Tapi Spout or Fancy Spout.

Quick Ways to Match an Accessory to Its Use

• Tasting sessions and dinner parties suit a dipping plate or appetizer board.
• Daily cooking and dressing suits a pour spout for controlled amounts.
• Gifting and events suit a shaped plate with a distinct design.

Pairing Accessories With Free Samples and Gifts

Nelson Olive Oil Co. offers free samples on the website, giving a shopper the chance to taste an oil or balsamic before choosing which bottle to pair with a new dipping plate or pour spout. A dipping plate or appetizer set makes a practical addition to a curated olive oil and balsamic gift pack, especially for a host or a first-time olive oil buyer. Nelson Olive Oil Co. remains 100% Canadian owned and operated, based in a Nelson, BC tasting room, and every accessory ships alongside that same commitment to the products it serves. Free Canadian shipping applies on orders over $150, making it simple to combine an accessory purchase with a bottle of oil or balsamic in one order.